PREFA is an Austrian manufacturer specialising in aluminium roofing and facade systems. They are best known for their pressed aluminium tiles, shingles, and panels — products that combine the lightweight, corrosion-resistant properties of aluminium with a range of profiles and finishes suited to both contemporary and traditional architecture.

Products and Systems

PREFA’s product range includes:

  • PREFA Roof Tiles — pressed aluminium tiles available in a range of profiles including Dachplatte, Falzziegel, and Sinus, designed to suit different architectural styles
  • PREFA Shingles — small-format panels for roof and wall cladding, offering a distinctive texture and pattern
  • PREFA Façade Panels — larger flat and profiled panels for rainscreen cladding applications
  • PREFA Rainwater Systems — aluminium gutters, downpipes, and accessories in matching finishes

All products are finished with PREFA’s proprietary coating system, which carries a 40-year guarantee against fading, chalking, and corrosion — one of the longest colour guarantees available in the market.

Why We Use PREFA

The 40-year colour guarantee and the longevity of aluminium as a material make PREFA an excellent choice for clients who want a premium, low-maintenance roofing system. The product range is broad enough to suit a wide variety of building styles, and the finish options cover both neutral and more distinctive colour palettes.

Aluminium is lightweight and does not rust, which makes it particularly practical for retrofits and projects where structural loading matters.

Specialist PREFA Aluminium Installers

MET-TEC Roofing is a specialist PREFA aluminium installer serving London and the South East. We specify and install PREFA’s full range of aluminium shingles, tiles, and facade panels.

PREFA’s lightweight roofing systems are exceptional for retrofits and low-load roof designs, but their long-term 40-year colour and structural guarantee is only valid when installed by experienced contractors. We handle all system accessories, matching rainwater systems, and exact joint details to ensure your PREFA system performs flawlessly.

Working with Aluminium

PREFA products are designed to be installed as complete systems, with profiles, fixings, and accessories all specified together. This means detailing is well-resolved, and the installation process is clear — provided the roof structure and substrate are prepared correctly.

We are happy to advise on whether PREFA aluminium roofing is the right choice for your project and discuss which profile and colour combination suits your building.